Cinco de Mayo Recipes

Make your Cinco de Mayo fiesta unforgettable with our collection of party ideas, simple mixed drinks and easy recipes that cover everything from appetizers to dessert.

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    40 Easy Mexican Dinner Recipes That Take 30 Minutes or Less

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    Fresh Lime Margaritas

    12 reviews

    This basic fresh margarita recipe is easy to modify to your tastes. Try it frozen or with strawberries. —Taste of...


    Pork Taquitos

    9 reviews

    These taquitos freeze very well, so you can make a big batch and enjoy them anytime. Microwave the tortillas before...


    Chicken Tostada Cups

    10 reviews

    Several years ago I tried a version of these cups at a restaurant in Santa Fe, and I wanted to...


    Margarita Tres Leches Cake

    1 review

    The first time I ever had tres leches cake I felt as if I were in heaven. I have made...


    Refreshing Beer Margaritas

    3 reviews

    I'm always surprised when people say they didn't know this drink existed. It's a really refreshing cocktail, and it's easy...


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    Homemade Tortillas

    210 reviews

    I usually have to double this flour tortilla recipe because we go through them so quickly. The homemade tortillas are...

    Queso Baked Nachos

    8 reviews

    I modified a nachos recipe I found, and my family loves it! It is now a regular at all of...


    Cheesy Black Bean Nachos

    5 reviews

    We're trying to go meatless once a week, and this dish helps make those meals fun, quick and super delicious....


    Tasty Lentil Tacos

    29 reviews

    When my husband's cholesterol numbers rose, I quickly lowered the fat in our family's diet. Finding dishes that were healthy...


    Horchata

    3 reviews

    In this Horchata recipe, the mixture of ground rice and almonds is accented with a hint of lime. Depending on...


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    Black Bean and Corn Enchiladas

    23 reviews

    I created this recipe one night when we were in the mood for enchiladas but didn't want the fat and...


    Sausage-Stuffed Jalapenos

    40 reviews

    If you like foods that pack a bit of a punch, you’ll love these jalapeno poppers filled
    with sausage...


    Mexican Fried Ice Cream

    1 review

    "Fried ice cream is one of my favorite desserts to order from Mexican restaurants," says Mandy Wright of Springville, Utah....


    Cheese Enchiladas

    42 reviews

    You won't bring home leftovers when you take these easy enchiladas to a potluck. With a homemade tomato sauce and...


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    Arroz con Gandules (Rice with Pigeon Peas)

    1 review

    Feed a crowd with this authentic arroz con gandules recipe, which was handed down to me from my mom. It's...

    Cactus Cake

    1 review

    My birthday cake was succulent! I "doctored up" two white cake mixes and baked them in 13- by 9-inch pans....


    Zippy Chicken Enchiladas

    56 reviews

    Leftover chicken gets an awesome makeover in this rich and creamy casserole. This colorful dish is loaded with flavor. It's...


    Vanilla Custard Cups

    9 reviews

    When I was living with my mother, she loved custard,, so I'd make this comforting dessert each week. Without leftovers,...


    Spicy Refried Beans

    3 reviews

    Need a quick appetizer? All you need is a can of refried beans, jalapeno pepper, seasonings and cheese. Serve with...


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    Chicken Taco Cups

    17 reviews

    For holiday parties and summer picnics, try these stuffed wonton cups with a Southwest-style chicken filling. You can freeze them,...


    Grilled Guacamole

    If you’re a guacamole lover, try this fun grilled version that has a smoky flavor. The veggies tend to darken...

    Barbecued Beef Brisket

    2 reviews

    A guest at the RV park and marina my husband and I used to run gave me this flavorful barbecue...


    Margarita Granita with Spicy Shrimp

    2 reviews

    While tinkering and tuning up recipes for my spring menu, I came up with a snazzy little appetizer that's perfect...


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    From sweet to spicy, salsa is one of the most versatile dips around. Here's 25 salsa recipes for every mood,...


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    48 Mexican Recipes That Serve a Crowd

    Throwing a party? Stock up on the good stuff with these amazing Mexican foods that will feed 10 or more!


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    62 Recipes for Authentic Mexican Food

    Authentic Mexican food and drinks are more than tacos and margaritas. Here are our favorite Mexican recipes—including elote, micheladas, posole...